Specifically engineered to reduce friction, the chain improves efficiency and helps increase fuel economy. BorgWarner produces HY-VO chain for these applications at its facility in Japan.

Developed in partnership with Toyota, the new HY-VO chain features optimized tooth geometry with two different tooth shapes designed to reduce noise, vibration, and harshness. Set in a specific pattern, the links offset noise without the need for the spring links employed in previous designs. Compared with gear drives, HY-VO chain drives offer lower cost, lower noise, improved efficiency, and greater center distance tolerance.